{"id":265,"date":"2026-01-29T17:08:31","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:08:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doctordent.es\/?p=265"},"modified":"2026-04-28T20:06:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T18:06:13","slug":"how-to-combat-bad-breath","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.doctordent.es\/en\/how-to-combat-bad-breath\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Rid of Bad Breath: Causes and Effective Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"translation-block\">Bad breath, clinically known as <strong>halitosis<\/strong>, is a common problem that affects approximately 40% of the population at some point in their lives. Although it is often associated with poor oral hygiene, in many cases it may be linked to <strong>dental conditions or underlying health issues<\/strong> that require professional assessment.<\/p>\n<p>Halitosis is not just an aesthetic or social issue. When it is persistent, it is often a sign that something is not right in the mouth \u2014or even beyond it\u2014 and masking it does not address the underlying problem.<\/p>\n<h2>Why does bad breath occur?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In most cases, bad breath is caused by the build-up of <strong>bacteria<\/strong> that release volatile sulphur compounds responsible for the unpleasant odour. These bacteria tend to proliferate when favourable conditions exist in the oral cavity.<\/p>\n<p>The main causes of halitosis are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Poor oral hygiene<\/strong>, which promotes the build-up of bacterial plaque<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Dental cavities<\/strong>, where food debris and bacteria can accumulate<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Gum disease<\/strong>, such as gingivitis or periodontitis<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poorly fitted or poorly cleaned dental prostheses<\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Dry mouth (xerostomia)<\/strong>, which is common on waking or associated with certain medications<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Tobacco use<\/strong>, which alters the oral microbiota and dries out the mouth<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>An unbalanced diet<\/strong> or prolonged fasting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In some cases, halitosis may have an <strong>extra-oral<\/strong> origin, such as digestive or respiratory problems, although this is less common.<\/p>\n<h3>Does it help to disguise bad breath?<\/h3>\n<p>Products like chewing gum, candy, or mouthwash only <strong>They mask the smell temporarily<\/strong>. Some popular home remedies not only fail to solve the problem, but can actually worsen it by delaying the diagnosis of the real cause.<\/p>\n<p>When bad breath is persistent, the only effective solution is <strong>identify its origin and treat it correctly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>How to effectively combat bad breath<\/h3>\n<p>To eliminate bad breath permanently, it is essential to follow these guidelines:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain a <strong>rigorous oral hygiene<\/strong>, including brushing, flossing, and tongue cleaning<\/li>\n<li>Carry out <strong>regular professional cleanings<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Treating cavities, gum disease, or defective restorations<\/li>\n<li>Ensure proper hydration and stimulate saliva production<\/li>\n<li>Check dentures or dental appliances<\/li>\n<li>See your dentist if you experience any persistent bad breath.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A professional assessment allows for ruling out more serious problems and establishing the most appropriate treatment in each case.<\/p>\n<h3>The importance of a dental assessment<\/h3>\n<p>Chronic bad breath should not be considered normal. In many cases, it is the first symptom of an oral health problem that, if treated early, can prevent more serious complications.<\/p>\n<p>You&#039;ll find us at <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctordent.es\/en\/\"><strong>Doctor Dent Sitges<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, in it <em>Carrer de l&#039;Hort Gran, 14, 08870 Sitges (Barcelona)<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>If you suffer from persistent bad breath and want to know the real cause, you can call us at <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"tel:938110007\"><strong>938 11 00 07<\/strong><\/a><\/span> and request a professional assessment.<\/p>\n<p>A healthy mouth is not only noticeable, it&#039;s also perceptible.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>El mal aliento, conocido cl\u00ednicamente como halitosis, es un problema frecuente que afecta aproximadamente al 40 % de la poblaci\u00f3n  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